Subramaniam Badrinath backs Impact Player rule in IPL

Former India batter Subramaniam Badrinath has voiced support for the Impact Player rule in the Indian Premier League, stating that it makes the competition more interesting and gives an extra player an opportunity to contribute. Badrinath made 95 IPL appearances for Chennai Super Kings between 2008 and 2013.

The BCCI introduced the rule in 2023, allowing teams to substitute one player from their starting XI during matches. India captain Shubman Gill has criticised the rule, arguing that adding an extra batter makes the game more one-dimensional and reduces the skill required when wickets fall.

Gill said chasing 180 or 160 on challenging wickets is more exciting than pursuing 220 on flat surfaces. The debate over the rule's future continues ahead of IPL 2027.